A Construction Helper or Worker works at construction sites and projects. Works as a skilled trades worker such as bricklayer, carpenter, painter, electrician or mason, or operates construction equipment.
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be
GREEN FOR LIFE!
15 days of paid time off. 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with an employer match. Paid holidays. Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
Overview:
GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Key Responsibilities:
Clean up work areas Fuel vehicles and equipment Clean tracks on track type and related equipment Perform yard work, including mowing and paper pick up Operate general site vehicles and equipment, such as water trucks, pickup trucks, sweepers, mowers, trimming equipment, etc. Work in accordance with Company and federal, state/provincial and local safety policies & procedures Perform general office maintenance and repairs, including painting and janitorial work Direct traffic at the site as necessary Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required. Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations and communicate with others. Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job Ability to apply common sense reasoning to solve general problems
Physical/Mental Demands:
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift in an outdoor environment 90% of the time. Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, climb and balance.
Visual Requirements:
include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to manually lift/move up to 65 pounds regularly Ability to manually push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another employee
Working Conditions:
Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending upon season), moving mechanical parts, vibrations, toxic and causticchemicals, fumes and airborne particles Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time. Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day. Occasionally work in high precarious places Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly. Work environment is normally loud #G1
FL Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
